Tagged: Aaron Jones (81 Results)
Rodgers, Jones lead Packers on MNF
Green Bay quarterback AARON RODGERS returned to form after a rough opening game and threw for 4 touchdowns in a Monday Night Football win over the Detroit Lions. Three of Rodgers’… More touchdown passes went to running back AARON JONES, who also rushed for a touchdown to give him four total scores in the game. Less
Source: Green Bay Press-Gazette
Thunder and Lightning to strike in Green Bay backfield?
Green Bay running back A.J. DILLON, a lightly used second-round pick in the 2020 NFL Draft, is expecting big things heading into his second season. With former Packers running back JAMAAL… More WILLIAMS now in Detroit, Dillon is expected to have an increased role along with fellow running back AARON JONES. Dillion sees himself as “thunder” to Jones’ “lightning”, adding that the duo “can be the best running back tandem in the league” heading into the 2021 season. Eyebrows are raised in Cleveland. Less
Source: NBC Sports
Packers QB Love more comfortable heading into second season
Green Bay Packers running back AARON JONES says that second-year quarterback JORDAN LOVE looks more comfortable as the young signal-caller prepares to head into his second season in the NFL. With… More AARON RODGERS still disgruntled and nowhere to be seen, all eyes are on Love during organized team activities (OTAs). Jones says that Love looks more comfortable, from communicating in the huddle to command of the huddle and more. Less
Source: NBC Sports
Around the NFL: Packers running backs
Jamaal Williams signed with the Lions. I think this will force Green Bay to use Aaron Jones more in obvious passing situations. That could be both a good and a bad thing. more »
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Around the NFL: Aaron Jones
In a mild surprise, to me at least, the Packers signed Aaron Jones yesterday to a four-year, $48 million contract. It's surprising only in that Green Bay protect Jones from leaving with the franchise tag, making it seem he'd reach the open market. It's not surprising in terms of what Jones has earned over the past few seasons. more »
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RB Jones to remain with Packers
The Green Bay Packers and running back AARON JONES agreed on a new contract on Sunday worth up to $48 million over four years. Jones passed on the chance to find… More a potentially bigger deal in free agency, choosing instead to stay with the Packers. Jones’ agent said that the desire to stay in Green Bay ultimately outweighed the allure of hitting the open market. Less
Source: Team Blog
Packers still trying to sign RB Jones
The Green Bay Packers did not use the franchise tag on running back AARON JONES this week, but the team is reportedly still trying to get a new deal done before… More the start of free agency next week. Jones is expected to be one of the top offensive free agents available and will likely test his value on the open market. Less
Source: Team Blog
Around the NFL: Free agency
Free agency is about to kick off, and there will be some quality young talent hitting the market. For teams looking for running backs and pass catchers, there are options available. more »
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Packers open to using franchise tag on RB Jones
The Green Bay Packers are reportedly open to using the franchise or transition tag on running back AARON JONES with free agency just around the corner. The franchise tag is a… More one-year guaranteed deal worth the average of the top five salaries at a position, while the transition tag is a one-year guarantee deal worth the top 10 salaries at a position. While neither tag is the team’s preference, they are not ruling out the options. Less
Source: Team Blog
Green Bay RB Williams hoping to remain with Packers
Green Bay Packers running back JAMAAL WILLIAMS said this week that he would love “to be a Packer all my life”. With his existing contract set to expire, however, Williams added… More that he is prepared to head into free agency if the Packers do not offer a new deal. Green Bay is currently strapped by the salary cap and may let Williams test the open market before making a real push to bring him back. The Packers also selected A.J. DILLON in the second round of last year’s draft as a possible replacement should Williams or fellow running back AARON JONES leave in free agency. Less
Source: Team Blog
Around the NFL: Packers running backs
Couple of recent stories on Green Bay free agent running back Aaron Jones. One (which I question) indicates he could command up to $15 million per season; that sounds high. Another that Miami could be one of the interested teams. Whatever the case, it seems likely that some team will offer him more than the Packers, and he'll be gone. more »
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Rodgers, Adams, Dillon lead Packers rout of Titans
Green Bay quarterback AARON RODGERS threw 4 touchdown passes in Sunday night’s surprising rout of the Tennessee Titans. Three of Rodgers’ touchdowns went to star wide receiver DAVANTE ADAMS, who now… More has 17 for the season. With running back JAMAAL WILLIAMS inactive, rookie AJ DILLON took advantage of his extended playing time alongside AARON JONES with 21 carries for 124 yards and 2 touchdowns. The game marked the 11th time the Packers have reached 30 points, the most this season for any team in the NFL. Less
Source: Green Bay Press-Gazette
Packers RB Jones officially questionable for TNF
The Green Bay Packers have officially listed running back AARON JONES as questionable for tonight’s game against the San Francisco 49ers. Jones continues to work his way back from a calf… More injury. There has been extra attention on Jones’ availability this week after fellow running backs AJ DILLON and JAMAAL WILLIAMS were placed on the COVID-19 reserve list earlier this week. Less
Source: Team Website
Packers RB Jones to be game-time decision
Green Bay running back AARON JONES was limited at Tuesday’s practice and, according to head coach Matt LaFleur, will be a game time decision for Thursday Night Football. Jones has missed… More the past two games and all of last week’s practices due to a calf injury. With fellow running backs AJ DILLON and JAMAAL WILLIAMS both on the COVID-19 reserve list, the Packers are hoping for the best with Jones. Less
Source: NBC Sports
Packers RB Jones misses Wednesday practice
Green Bay Packers running back AARON JONES did not practice on Wednesday as he continues to recover from a calf injury. Jones was a late scratch from last week’s game against… More the Houston Texans because of the injury. Head coach Matt LaFleur said that the time off has helped Jones, but he also added that continued improvement would need to be seen each day. Less
Source: NBC Sports